Control the food, clothing, shelter and transportation of 70 million people? A bit exaggerated. However, if Angela's series is almost completed, he Arthur can indeed control the lives of some British people.

It's just that the funds needed are too big and the plan is crazy, but he is very interested, very interested.

By the way, for Arthur, he is very clear about how much gold and financial investment can bring him, so in the future, having a lot of money in his own hands may not be the best investment. Because only when funds are circulated, there will be more profits.

Compared with the American market, the British market is in a declining situation. For businessmen, they prefer to invest in bargain hunting. Investing in the UK market can be bought at low prices and sold at high prices.

Secondly, this investment plan is basically scarce infrastructure resources, the risk is relatively small, the income is relatively stable, and the policy will not be changed day by day, so it will not be subject to too much BO.

Since ancient times, keeping a business has been more difficult than starting a business.

"Bristol's Coastal (Natural Gas) Power Station..." Arthur muttered the name while looking at the first project to be acquired in the planning book, but looked at Angela on the opposite side.

"Yes, Mr. Bolin, it only takes about 200 million pounds to get 50% of the shares and equity. According to the information I have received, the Centrica Group will sell half of the shares and equity of the One Coast Power Plant. , Mainly because of the outbreak of the global financial crisis. Energy prices have plummeted. No matter the size of the company, the industry has been affected by cash flow and financing costs.

At the same time, the Natural Gas and Electricity Regulatory Office conducted an energy sales market survey in response to rapid price increases. While affirming the results of market development, the survey report reviewed all aspects of the market and believed that there are many areas for improvement.

The Supervision Office subsequently issued a series of measures to require electricity sales companies to increase the transparency of electricity bills, ensure that electricity bills reflect costs, simplify the process for users to change companies, monitor the marketing activities of electricity sales companies, and report separately to the sales department and the power generation department. Performance.

These two unrelated events have objectively led to a turning point in the electricity sales market. In the previous few years, the market was characterized by deregulation and companies fighting for the market with low profit margins. The pressure of the economic environment in 2008 led many electricity sales companies to adjust their strategies and focus on ensuring profit margins starting this year.

On the other hand, marked by the energy market survey, the direction of market supervision has changed significantly. From the previous focus on establishing market frameworks and rules, it became more involved in the company's specific operations.

Although this aspect regulates the operation of many electricity sales companies, on the other hand it reduces the flexibility and diversity of company operations. Regulatory changes mean that pricing for market segments becomes more difficult.

Centrica Group is willing to sell half of the shares and interests in Bristol’s coastal natural gas power station. Not only does it hope to obtain some cash flow, but more importantly, it hopes to separate the performance of the power generation department. After all, the supervision office is involved in the specific operation of the company. , Let Centrica Group do nothing.

The introduction of a third party can not only obtain funds, but also get rid of the entanglement with the regulatory office and avoid conflicts. "

When Angela heard that Arthur had officially stepped into the topic, she immediately began to analyze it as she did, and at the same time she was greatly relieved. She knew that her efforts had been successful.

Sure enough, Arthur did not let her down. Looking at the detailed introduction of the past and present of British electricity in the document in his hand, as well as the information on the six major forces occupying the electricity market, listening to a very professional analysis, he looked up at Angela and smiled : "You have been hired, so call me the boss."

"Thank you boss, for giving me a chance, thank you." Angela heard Arthur's words, her cheeks showed relief and joy, suppressing the excitement in her heart, and said very gratefully.

"I appreciate your talent and ability very much." Arthur smiled and waved his hand, and continued to get down to business without paying attention: "That is to say, for Centrica Group, selling power plants is a win-win situation. Not only do I have to pay huge sums of money, but also as a shield for them, entangled with the regulatory authorities?"

"Boss, that's not the calculation of the account." Angela changed her serious expression at this time, and said with a more relaxed smile: "200 million pounds, you can get half of the equity in a power plant and become the largest shareholder and controller. , And this is our most critical stepping stone for the smooth development of the follow-up plan.

The power station itself is also a high-quality asset, gas and electricity, a clean, low-carbon energy source. In the context of greenhouse gas emissions becoming a global focus, clean and low-carbon are the future development directions.

At the same time, we don’t need to worry about the sales of the electricity sent out. Centrica Group will eat it all, and you can just take the profit and share it.

As long as we successfully complete the second step of the plan, when I think of it, the headache will be Centrica Group! "

Arthur raised his eyebrows slightly, flipped the plan in his hand, and looked at the second step plan. It reads'Completing the acquisition of the Welsh and Western Public Utilities Company with capital,' followed by about Wales and Western Public Utilities. Introduction of business company.

British Gas Wales and Western Utilities. The transmission and distribution network serves 7.4 million customers, covering nearly one-sixth of the United Kingdom. The target purchase price is 600 to 700 million pounds. . .

The Centrica Group was established on the basis of the natural gas sales and trading department of British Gas after privatization that year.

If you really complete the two-step plan by then, you can really easily get rid of the constraints of the Centrica Group and become the new energy upstart in the UK.

"Haha, one after the other, I like this plan!" The more Arthur thought down, the brighter the smile on his face, and the satisfied Angela smiled.

Angela also showed a bright smile and said: "This plan has many details to be further improved. I will convene a team as soon as possible to analyze and improve the plan. Do you think we have begun to contact Centrica Group?

I think it’s no secret that Centrica Group is going to sell equity in coastal power stations. It is impossible for us to be interested in it. "

Hearing Angela’s worries, Arthur nodded, the news spread, and they were definitely not the only ones interested, especially the various national funds, business giants, and the world that was about to open the world due to the financial crisis. The Chinese capital in the buy-buy-buy model may become its own opponent.

Even if he was fortunate not to meet him this time, he would meet him sooner or later. He now has no confidence to fight against those big consortiums. Therefore, the only thing he can do is to act first.

"Yes, I will not leave London during this period of time. I can just form an advisory group. I believe that finding talents in the British investment community will not be difficult for you, right." Arthur smiled to Angela Said.

"Yes, tomorrow, I can call some professionals to come for interviews." Angela, who now has a billionaire boss like Arthur, said with confidence.

"Then go and prepare. I have asked Smith Jama to rent an office unit upstairs. I will ask Smith to show you upstairs for a while. What is needed? Tell Smith, he will arrange for someone to tidy up. From tomorrow From the beginning, you, the chief consultant of the advisory group, can officially take up the post!" Arthur said with a smile.

"Thank you~lightnovelpub.net~ boss, thank you again for giving me this opportunity." This time, Angela stood up and thanked Arthur very solemnly.

Arthur smiled and nodded. Looking at Angela's back, Arthur can fully understand her mood at this moment. Many people and things can only be understood thoroughly when she is in a trough. Seeing the truth and formally Because of this kind of experience, I will cherish the opportunity even more.

Sitting in the boss chair, Arthur sighed with emotion. In this world, there have always been few people giving charcoal in the snow, and after falling into trouble, he couldn't help showing a wry smile when he looked at the future planning book in his hand.

Where does he get so much money? !

Knowing his own business, his current worth may not add up to 200 million pounds. Of course, after a period of time, gold will soar. His worth is definitely more than that, but now he can't get it out.

Moreover, it is a bit unwise to abandon financial investments that make sure to make a profit without losing all of them to the industry.

"It seems that we can only play M&A financing!" Arthur pondered for a while, his eyes shining brightly, and he said to himself.